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"There is hope when each of us does what we can. There is hope in each new big or little effort" Sr. Anastasia Lott, MM

"It is also in community that we can build our wisdom, create and reinforce strategies, and find new insights. And not just human community. As we expand our understanding of integral ecology, we have so much to keep learning and implementing." Sr. Anastasia Lott, MM

"We keeps our lamps lit when we see the world through Jesus’s eyes. When we are able to recognize God’s presence, not only in church, but everywhere." Fr. George Smiga on Matthew 25:1-13

"The lamps in this parable represent our relationship with God. Jesus is trying to tell us that if we keep our lamps lit, if we keep our relationship with God active throughout our lives, we will be prepared for whatever comes." Fr. George Smiga on Matthew 25:1-13

“Have you ever been approached for advice? Perhaps you gave your best advice, but it was disregarded. Many people want wisdom but are hesitant to accept it. They would rather take their own routes which could lead to catastrophe and strife.” Sr. Becky Nyaki, MM

"How is Jesus coming to me today? Where is he in social obligations around me? The crisis of a friend? The serious illness of another? Among the lonely in the coming holidays? In a troublesome relative?" Mary Ortwein

"Wisdom is a supernatural virtue; it is human prudence enlightened by the Spirit of God. We can develop mental habits of prudence, but in wisdom, “the light of Christ” gives us ideas and logic that are wiser than we are." Mary Ortwein

"Each of us has a lamp. Each of us is called to be God’s light burning in that lamp." Mary Ortwein on Matthew 25:1-13

“It is not those who call out ‘Lord, Lord’ whom Christ will recognise, but those who practised love towards their neighbour. But remember not to put arbitrary limits on who we think our neighbours are.” Fr Simon Gaine

"Jesus is our Good Shepherd. He knows each of us by name. He knows our struggles, our fears, and our hopes. And His love does not end at the grave." Fr. Peter Eke #godwithus

"Spiritual readiness, preparation and growth do not just happen. They come as a result of intentional habits built into one’s life." Fr. Lawrence Obilor

"A man cannot borrow a relationship with God; he must possess it for himself. A man cannot borrow a character; he must be clothed with it." Fr. Lawrence Obilor Matthew 25:1-13

"The basic message, then, is that the wise disciple of the Lord not only practices temperance and good works...but is also prepared to keep up this lifestyle of vigilance for as long as it takes to meet the Lord face-to-face." John Bergsma on Mt 25:1-13

"This Psalm reminds us that our longing for the return of Christ is very similar to David’s ancient longing to be in God’s presence at all times" John Bergsma on Psalm 63:2-8

“We are reminded that wisdom is easily found by those who seek her. Wisdom is up early in the mornings waiting for us to put her to use.” Br. Loren Beaudry, MM

"For the presence of the Lord amongst us is something we have already, not something for which we need to wait" Fr David Rocks

"Jesus comes to show us both justice and mercy, and these things are present when we listen to him and when we are in his presence" Fr David Rocks

"If we go looking for God, He will come to us in our very path and in our every thought. And this is especially true in times of pain and sorrow, the dark times in our lives." Joseph LaCombe

"The Holy Spirit works in us, but God also calls for our cooperation. The loving relation God wishes for also involves our will and our whole being." Fr Haavar Simon Nilsen

"It doesn’t matter if it’s the wisest theologian or the criminal on the cross; we are all called to enter into relationship with our God and Saviour in an always deeper way" Fr Haavar Simon Nilsen